Dominant France feature heavily in Six Nations team of the tournament

The Guinness Six Nations Championship saw a dominant France team land a first title and Grand Slam since 2010.

Les Bleus and runners-up Ireland proved a long way better than the rest, making the competition into a two-horse race.

Here, the PA news agency selects a team of the tournament, one that is inevitably dominated by France’s Six Nations stars.

A model of consistency, the Ireland full-back hardly put a foot wrong. Rock-solid in defence, immaculate under the high ball and a strong attacking weapon, he shone throughout the competition.

Finished the tournament as joint top try-scorer on three, and he was a regular threat to opposition defences with his power, angles of running and outstanding positional play.

Scored one of France’s three tries in the Grand Slam-clinching victory over England, and was a key leadership figure in a brilliant defensive structure masterminded by Shaun Edwards.

Forged a high-class centre combination with Fickou, combining aggressive running with wonderful awareness that made him the complete package.

Scored three tries in the tournament, made a total of 439 metres and always looked a threat, whether attacking from deep or inside the opposition 22. His kicking game was also impressive.

The France fly-half has always been a classy operator, and his ability to remain calm under pressure was a driving force behind Les Bleus’ success. Rarely takes a wrong option.

The France captain and current world player of the year did not disappoint. He was at the heart of everything good about his team, combining tactical intellect with attacking flair.

One of England’s most consistent players who made a powerful impact. Impressive scrummaging work, allied to destructive carrying, made him a go-to man for